2026 Don't Miss Summer Concerts
Get ready for a summer filled with incredible live music in Minneapolis. From intimate venues to sprawling outdoor stages, Minneapolis will be buzzing with the sounds of talented artists across various genres.
Music Festivals & Outdoor Concerts
Our breweries, parks, and local venues are are ready to host a slew of fun festivals and outdoor concerts this summer.
Midtown Arts & Music Festival
This two-day celebration of the Midtown Global Market community will be filled with concerts, performances, food demonstrations and more. This festival, happening June 13 & 14 is free and open to the public.
Celebration 2026
This annual gathering of Prince fans, is returning to Paisley Park and venues throughout Minneapolis June 3 - 7.
- Kick-off DJ Dance Party at First Avenue on June 3 with special guest Chaka Khan
- For the first time ever, members of NPG & The Revolution unite onstage at the Armory June 5
- Celebration Block Party and Sing Along in Downtown Minneapolis with live music on June 6
Hewing Summer Concert Series
The Hewing Hotel's summer concert series showcases local artists and iconic rooftop views. Performers include The Dan Israel Band, Dessa, The New Standards, Nur-D and more. Don't miss this unforgettable, intimate Minneapolis experience.
Surly Brewing Festival Field
Surly’s expansive tap list, vibrant atmosphere, and incredible outdoor festival field create the perfect backdrop for an outdoor summer concert. The line up this year includes:
- Amyl and the Sniffers (June 20)
- Young the Giant (August 6)
- Big Thief (August 15)
- Alabama Shakes (August 28 & 29)
Pryes Brewing Block Party
Pryes Brewing hosts its 9th annual Block Party June 19 & 20! It's an amazing opportunity to enjoy live outdoor music, the scenic riverside patio, awesome summer vibes, delicious wood-fired pizza, and, of course, all of Pryes Brewing's fantastic flagship beer selections. See performances from:
- Soul Asylum
- Agnes Uncaged
- Laamar
- Gear Daddies
- Maygen & the Birdwater
- Jillian Rae
- JoJo Green
- Mikey Wright & the Wrongs
The Big Show at Indeed Brewing
The Big Show is coming to Northeast Minneapolis! Indeed Brewing Company is turning its Big Lot on 14th and Quincy into a unique summer concert venue. Throughout the summer, they'll host three headliners, each with local or touring support. Enjoy special programming around the taproom, and of course, beer!
- July 11: Jeff Rosenstock (w/ Good Luck and Anita Velveeta)
- August 1: Adrian Younge presented by Jazz is Dead (w/ Aby Wolf & Kavyesh Kaviraj with LSQ)
- August 22: Your Smith (w/ Lupin)
Taste of Minnesota
July 3 & 4
Taste of Minnesota is back in Downtown Minneapolis for 2026. Graze from the state's top food trucks, and rock out to live music. Headliners include Polica, Dillinger Four, Bad Bad Hats, Brother Ali, Ant, Dessa, Nur-D and Gully Boys.
Minnesota Yacht Club Festival
July 17-19
The trek over to St. Paul is worth it for this musical festival on Harriet Island. The third annual Minnesota Yacht Club Festival will feature 20 artists with no overlapping sets! The lineup includes The Lumineers, Matchbox Twenty, The Strokes, Mt. Joy, Lord Huron and many more.
Minnesota State Fair
August 27 - September 7
The Minnesota State Fair is known for hosting an impressive lineup of concerts catering to a wide range of musical tastes. The outdoor venue features top-notch production values, state-of-the-art sound systems, and a vibrant ambiance, delivering an immersive experience for concertgoers.
- Bonnie Raitt (August 27)
- "Weird Al" Yankovic (August 28)
- Sierra Ferrell (August 30)
- Tommy James & The Shondells (August 31)
- Rod Stewart (September 1)
- AJR (September 2)
- Brad Paisley (September 3)
- HARDY (September 4)
- TLC and Salt-N-Pepa (September 5)
Small Venues
Minneapolis’ vibrant music scene is geared up for an incredible schedule of concerts this summer. From iconic music venues to small intimate stages, there is a wide range of music for every taste.
First Avenue
- The Wallflowers (June 13)
- Audrey Hobert (July 27)
- Tomahawk (August 5)
See First Avenue's calendar for a full summer lineup.
The Armory
- Louis Tomlinson (June 25)
- Death Cab for Cutie (July 10)
- Ella Mai (July 13)
- O.A.R. (September 1)
- Dermot Kennedy (September 4)
- Jungle (September 9)
- Sam Barber (September 11)
- Lily Allen (September 16)
- Bleachers (September 26)
- Foster the People (September 28)
Fillmore Minneapolis
- Cameron Whitcomb (June 18)
- Ziggy Marley (July 8)
- Oliver Tree (August 12)
Varsity Theater
- Armor for Sleep (June 21)
- Nine Vicious (July 22)
- Citizen (September 30)
Minnesota Orchestra
- Beethoven Triple Concerto (July 16-18)
- A Night in the Tropics (July 26)
- Stravinsky's Firebird (September 25 & 26)
Stadium & Arena Shows
Our iconic stadiums and arenas known for hosting sporting events transform into epic stages for some of the biggest artists. Here's who we're looking forward to this summer.
U.S. Bank Stadium
- Bruno Mars (May 13)
- Chris Brown & Usher (June 30)
- Ed Sheeran (August 15)
Target Center
- Don Toliver (June 20)
- Olivia Dean (July 29)
- J. Cole (August 18)
- Tame Impala (August 28)
- Kacey Musgraves (September 22)
Target Field
- Noah Kahan (August 5)
- Tim McGraw (August 23)
- My Chemical Romance (August 24)
